The Investor With Joel Palathinkal
The Investor with Joel Palathinkal is a global omni channel show which highlights institutional investors from all walks of life and supports the continuing education for the next generation of allocators
Ihar Mahaniok: Geek Ventures
Join Ihar Mahaniok from Geek Ventures as he explores New York's post-pandemic business scene and his journey into investing, highlighting the impact of his technical background. Discover how technical and leadership experience shapes investment choices and learn about the key traits of successful startup CEOs, with a focus on adaptability. Ihar shares insights into building a venture firm, emphasizes his passion for investing in immigrant founders, and offers advice for emerging VCs. He also addresses transitioning from engineering to investment and discusses the current macro environment in VC. The episode wraps up with networking tips.
Key Points
- Immigrant founders bring unique perspectives and resilience, often leading to high success rates in tech startups.
- A technical background in engineering and AI can significantly enhance an investor's ability to assess the scalability and potential of tech-driven startups.
- Building a strong network and offering value-add services are crucial for both attracting high-quality deal flow and supporting portfolio companies effectively.
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Transcript
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